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PhotobucketSolstice Stag
From the December issue of YearLong YarnSong, Solstice Stag is a warm, beautiful, long-sleeved and cowled sweater. With a staghorn cable running along both arms and sides of the pullover, it creates a very sexy silhouette.
Constructed from the top down, this is a seamless, in the round knit.



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PhotobucketHome Glow
From the December issue of YearLong YarnSong, Home Glow are a textured pair of mitts, with a simple cable detail running up the edges. Keep warm this December with hand-wrapping moss stitch!



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PhotobucketBerries and Sugar and Joy
From the December issue of YearLong YarnSong, A very versatile piece, Berries and Sugar and Joy can be a wrap, a cape, a hood, a shawlette and a scarf. All in one!

Grab a cute pin and fasten it to accessorize a dressy outfit.
Flip it over your shoulder, or wrap it over your head, to keep the cold winter wind at bay.



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PhotobucketFor Candles

From the December issue of YearLong YarnSong, For Candles is a versatile, simple knit. Wearable as a long cowl, close neck warmer, and even ear warmer, a basic moss stitch shows off your lovely yarn to perfection!


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PhotobucketTo The Ground
From the November issue of YearLong YarnSong, To the Ground are a pair of over-the-knee legwarmers with a delightful bit of slouch at the bottom.
Beautiful yarn is shown off wonderfully with this simple 2-stripe repeat.

Sizing: there aren’t any standard sizes for legs/legwarmers, so this pattern contains two sizes. Everyone has different legs! I’m very happy to help anyone change up sizing if necessary.


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PhotobucketGarden Cover
From the November issue of YearLong YarnSong, Garden Cover is a warm, simple shift dress that is universally flattering and available in a varying size range.
Listed are sizes S-XL; this in fact covers the CYC standards for sizing from XS up to XXXL. Due to the oversized fit of the dress, each size range is covered under these four sizes.


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PhotobucketSpiced Heads and Dead Leaves
From the November issue of YearLong YarnSong, Spiced Heads and Dead Leaves is a slouchy lace toque. Worked entirely in a Fir Cone Lace pattern, this hat has a subtle loveliness that’ll make a breezy November day just that bit warmer!



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PhotobucketSeason's End
From the November issue of YearLong YarnSong, Season’s End is a colourwork yoked mini sweater. This piece is just the right size to use up some extra, lovely yarn you have left from another project. For an adding bit of warmth on an increasingly chilly November, Season’s End will serve the purpose well!


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PhotobucketCemetery Whispers
From the October edition of YearLong YarnSong, A quick knit with bulky yarn, this shrug has a large ruffled collar and sleeves.



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PhotobucketPeat, Ghosts and Hurricane Lanterns
From the October edition of YearLong YarnSong, this knit is a pretty and practical piece to add to your wardrobe. A shrug with style, this garment includes a deep hood with gathers along the upper edges, a picot hem, short sleeves and a front closure clasp.



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PhotobucketEidolon
From the October edition of YearLong YarnSong, Eidolon is a long sleeved, historically inspired gothic fancy, this sweater has unique details such as a peplum, buttoned lace cuffs, ruffled neckline and three-button keyhole closure at the back of the neck.



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PhotobucketDancing Fields
From the September edition of YearLong YarnSong, Dancing Fields is a beautiful, simple pair of armwarmers. A provisional cast on leaves no seam to be seen, and dense ruffles add interest to this lovely accessory.



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PhotobucketCorn Moon
From the September edition of YearLong YarnSong, Corn Moon is a short and sweet little pair of fingerless gloves. The twist to these? They have a corn-inspired “husk”, wrapping partway around each hand.



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PhotobucketMead Harvest
From the September edition of YearLong YarnSong, Mead Harvest is a long cardigan, great for layering and fantastic with a great belt! Ruffled sleeves and bust create an interesting shape to this otherwise basic wardrobe staple.



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PhotobucketAutumnal Flight
From the September edition of YearLong YarnSong, Autumnal Flight is a light, airy and unique beaded shawl. With eyelets arranged to create the illusion of feathers, this lacy wing is a beautiful addition to your shawl collection!



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Autumn Turret Legwarmers
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Part of the Autumn edition of Little Seasonals, this pattern is knit in the round, knee-high, and adds interest with a set of decorative turret edgings stitched on to one half of the legwarmer.  Wear it to the side , front or back!  A cute addition to your autumn wardrobe.
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Autumn Turret Scarf
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This scarf is the second pattern from the Autumn Little Seasonals ebook.  The same turret edging used in the legwarmers is also employed in this scarf.  Eyelets are created as you knit, and ribbon then threaded through in order to give the wearer the ability to synch the scarf up tight, or wear it long.

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Beach Bailado
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One of two patterns published in the Summer edition of Little Seasonals, this cotton beach wrap uses a simple mesh stitch throughout.  Based on the ruffled prettiness of a ballet wrap, this pattern is a great knit for those hot months.

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Beach Bailado Footies
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Made to match the Beach Bailado wrap, the Footies utilize the same mesh stitch as their wrap cousin.  A simple triangle shape (with loop for your toe) sits atop your foot. Ties along the upper edge wrap the footie around your ankle.

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Amie Mitts
Inspired by a gift from a good friend, Amie Mitts are a long-cuffed, lightweight, versatile accessory that will carry you through Autumn, Spring and Winter. They can be worn pulled up over your arms, or scrunched down around your wrists to keep the cold wind out of your cuffs. Wear them with your friends in mind!

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Frühling Wing Shrug
Knit in sock weight, this pretty and light shrug appears very simple from the front, but turn around and see the cabled wings featured on the back. This pattern is published in the Spring edition of the Little Seasonals ebook.

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Frühling Wing Mitts
Made to match the Frühling Wing Shrug, these cute little mitts each have a wing cabled atop your hand.

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PhotobucketWhite Horse Hill
 Inspired by the striking vertical beauty of Gothic architecture, White Horse Hill is a delicate laced wrap, perfect for chasing away the chill of a hilltop breeze.





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Dolce far Niente
Dolce far Niente is a fun, flirty and nearly seamless knit. Its off-the-shoulder neckline and cropped length make it perfect for layering. This multi-seasonal garment will see you through snowy depths of winter, chilly summer nights and crisp autumn days.


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Milk Maiden
Published in the book Brave New Knits, Milk Maiden is a body-hugging pullover, inspired by an etching by 16th century artist Lucas van Leyden.  The bust features ribbing topped by a pretty, delicate leaf edging.

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Free Patterns

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Pretty Gallopavo
Want a simple toque with an awesome pom pom? Look no further!  Pretty Gallopavo makes use of a good worsted weight yarn and gives you a nicely cabled hat that will keep your ears warm and your head fashionable.

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Miss Robu's Fantastic
A very simple cowl, this pattern is knit with yarn spun by a good friend.

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MidWinter Wanderer
MidWinter Wanderer is a wonderfully versatile, wearable and chic cowl/hood. It can be easily paired with outerwear to keep the wind and snow at bay, as well as draped artfully around your shoulders as an indoor capelet/poncho accessory.


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Nom de Plume

Nom de Plume
Nom de Plume are a set of intarsia armwarmers and legwarmers, knit flat and seamed at the end to create a whimsical, feathery way to keep your limbs nice and toasty.


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October Glory
Inspired by the beauty of falling leaves, this laced-up cowl features three (or however many you'd like to knit!) knit maple leaves which float beautifully from ribbons.

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Bonfire Briar
Summer nights can be breezy, even around the campfire! Bonfire Briar is a simple yet effective warm hug from a bulky spun wool yarn.


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Herringbone Slouch
A good, basic set of armwarmers, this knit-in-the-round pair will keep your limbs good and toasty.  The herringbone colourwork adds an extra layer of yarn, while looking fantastically fashionable!



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Sexy Vesty
This is a set of “pattern notes” that you can use to guide you towards creating your very own Sexy Vesty! It’s only “sized” for one (that’s approximately a 35” bust).


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Corona
A hoodie with a youthful edge, Corona is comfy, cozy and sexy all in one. A virtually seamless design creates a less fuss knit.


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Lovegood
Inspired by the character Luna Lovegood, this dk weight, short cardigan is amazingly versatile and comfortable.
Note: these are pattern notes - not a thorough pattern.


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Flying Fox
This fluttery-sleeved pattern is only sized for one size (approximately 35-38" bust).




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Le Lapin Noir
Spurred on by my inability to find a good argyle sweater, Le Lapin Noir was created with retro sweater-girl inspiration.


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Hew
This pattern was designed especially for this yarn - the garter rib shows off the lovely sheen of the silk and highlights your bustline! Inspiration for this garment shape came from 18th century fashion.

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Alatus
Alatus
Inspired by my own dastardly feathered yellow-bellies, this sweater is fun, sexy, sweet and delightful to wear next to your skin!

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Anne Elliot Spencer
This pattern was hatched from my love of Jane Austen and the very-small gauged. With a light and airy feel, this ‘spencer’ is highly wearable. Knitters: be forewarned. The little scalloped edging is crocheted.


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